Last edited 12/21/2021

Headshot of Kathleen McGinnis Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Kathleen Jo McGinnis
LCSW

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Headshot of Kathleen McGinnis Licensed Clinical Social Worker
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Specialties
Specializes in
DepressionAnxietyLoss/GriefStressTrauma
General Expertise
Work StressRelationship IssuesSelf-EsteemSocial AnxietyAbuse/Survivors of abuseAging related concernsAnger managementCaregiver stress & supportDivorce & separationLife transitionsMedical Professionals' Mental HealthPhobias & fearsPost-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)Spirituality & religion based issuesMarriage issuesCouples
Treatment Approaches
Strength Based TherapyMindfulness PracticesGestalt TherapyNarrative TherapyParent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)Reality TherapySomatic TherapyTranspersonal TherapyTrauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Brief TherapyImago Relationship TherapyInterpersonal Psychotherapy
Clientele
Types of Therapy
Individual TherapyMarriage & Couples Counseling
Serves Ages
ParentsAdults (25-65)Seniors (65+)
Languages
English
Professional Background
LicensureTexas, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, 62894
Training/CertificationsTrauma-focused Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy; Medical University of South Carolina on-line.Child Trauma Intervention; 3-day training; Richmont Graduate University; Chattanooga, TNAdult Trauma Intervention; 3-day training; Richmont Graduate University, Chattanooga, TNTrauma and Biology; 3-day training; Richmont Graduate University, Chattanooga, TNBehavioral Addictions; NETCE; Sacramento, CAIntegrating Mindfulness into Clinical Practice; NETCE, Sacramento, CACognitive Rehabilitation and Memory Enhancement; VYNE education; San Antonio, TXNeuroscience for Clinicians; Brain Change for Stress, Anxiety, Trauma, Moods and Substance Abuse; PESI, San Antonio, TXMotivational Interviewing; PESI; San Antonio, TXBowen Family Theory; University of Tennessee at ChattanoogaReal World DBT; PESI; Marietta, GACBT; Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Techniques for Everyday Clinical Practice; CMI education institute; Chattanooga, TNPlay Therapy Protocol for Anxiety Disorders; Middle Tennessee State University; Murfreesboro, TN.EFT, level I (Emotional Freedom Technique) for trauma release; 3-day training; AAMET; Marietta, GAEFT, level II; 3-day training; Marietta, GAMultiple other work shops in various Mental Health techniques and Ethics; Anger, Forgiveness, and Spirituality issues.30 years of continuing education, 30 hours per year for various Physical Therapy specialties integrated with mental health applications.Presently pursuing a degree for Doctor of Natural and Bioenergetic Medicine and Sacred Medicine; IBEM (Institute of Bioenergetic Medicine, Centennial, CO
Education
MSW (Master’s in clinical social work and marital and family therapy); Wayne State University, Detroit MI.
MSPT (Master’s in Manual Orthopedic Physical Therapy); Sorlandett’s Institute, (now Ola Grimsby Institute) held in Dallas, TX.
Gaduate certificate in Marital and Family Therapy, Wayne State University, Detroit, MI.
BSPT (Bachelor’s in Physical therapy); University of TX Health Science Center at Dallas
Certified Yoga Instructor; Amrit Yoga instructor’s training; Colorado Springs, CO
LMT (Licensed Massage Therapist); Institute of Natural Healing Sciences; Colleyville, TX
Work HistoryMy primary experience and expertise evolved from my work with a wide variety of problems and people of all backgrounds, economic and educational levels. My work varied from helping people with life transitions, losses, rapid change, problems of living, depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, grief and social/relationship deficits. I found a large proportion of my clientele suffered from trauma including sexual abuse, mental and physical abuse, and or violence. I actively pursued extensive education in addressing trauma issues.  Grief and loss are areas of challenge for many and I have found this to be my favorite area of work as it is extremely effective and transformational. I hold a graduate certificate in family and marital therapy and have supported couples and families in improving intimacy and harmony and in the process of divorce when indicated. I feel especially competent with anxiety, stress, fear, depression, life problems/transitions, trauma, grief and spiritual development issues.
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